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I recently interviewed a new client who was being tested at U of M hospital for post-traumatic Parkinson’s and seizures following a traumatic brain injury (TBI) from a truck accident.  The client is from Marquette, Michigan, and he has been driving all the way to U of M, as well as to MIND – the Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders – following his injuries. 

I feel terrible for him.  Much of his treatment was delayed by doctors that his workers compensation carrier picked for him. But what makes the case notable and holds a lesson for  brain injury lawyers in Michigan and other states is the post-traumatic seizures he is now having. The c

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Tags: Brain Injury, Tbi

As motorists in some parts of the country prepare to claim back parking fines illegally issued by certain councils in the UK, the true cost of falling foul of traffic regulations was highlighted by figures revealed by the freedom of information act.

Tip of the iceberg

A motorist from Richmond in London famously won his appeal against a parking ticket last week and the judgement by the Traffic Penalty Tribunal means that millions of pounds will have to be paid back by dozens of councils across the country, however, the amount paid back will only be the tip of an iceberg that is made up of over 4 million parking fines. With each ticket averaging around £50 it is not hard to see how much of a cash cow motorists are to the local councils across the UK.

Change in tactics

The amazing number of tickets handed out by councils last year altered the public’s perception somewhat, and no longer is the traffic warden the motorist’s number one enemy. The

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Tags: Parking, Parking Tickets

Many auto insurance companies have comprehensive coverage packages with great deals, but you have to do your homework to ensure you are getting want you really want.  One overlooked benefit that doesnt come with all auto insurance policies is towing coverage.  Whether your car gets stuck in the snow, has a flat tire, the battery dies or it randomly will not start, towing coverage is invaluable and many policies offer it at no extra charge.  Unfortunately, many consumers do not realize this.

Specifically speaking, what you should look for when comparing auto insurance quotes is Towing and Labor Coverage according to the article Does Your Auto Insurance Cover Towing by Marcia Passos Duffy on FoxBusiness.com.  This type of coverage will often take care of the towing as well as labor to help get the car started again.  Labor generally covers small fixes and not parts so be careful when a mechanic offers to fix everything.  Thi

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Tags: Auto Insurance, Auto Insurance Companies, Companies, Insurance Companies

Hurricane season is here which means it’s a possibility that hurricanes and tropical storms could leave trails of destruction along coastlines. The Global Alert Network wants to help Gulf Coast residents with a tool that will provide them with real-time local weather, traffic and emergency updates that will help them prepare for these storms.

The free mobile app uses GPS to recognize the user’s location, sending breaking alerts to them instantly. The free app is already available in AppWorld and the Android Market. “Natural disasters, from hurricanes to tornadoes, have been particularly harsh throughout the country this year and the best way to mitigate the damage of these storms is to prepare. The free app gives users the peace of mind of knowing that if severe weather is headed toward them, they will automatically be alerted and can immediately take action,” said Scott Hughes, President of Global Alert Network. “Within

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Tags: Hurricanes, Hurricanes Natural